How can I participate?

    Over the next two years, we will offer both in-person and digital opportunities to share your thoughts and experiences with us. Follow us on social media to stay up to date on new engagement opportunities.

    Are engagement sessions by invitation only?

    Most sessions will be open to anyone who is interested in participating. There also are many opportunities to engage online by telling your story, sharing photos or videos, or taking part in a surveyStart sharing your experiences with us here.

    I am not Indigenous; can I still participate?

    Welcome! Yes, we are inviting champions and allies to participate. Click here to register for an account to participate in engagement activities.

    Where can I find updates?

    Our What We Heard section and social media profiles are the two main places to receive updates from us on the development of the National Strategy, new engagement opportunities and stories shared with us.

    What COVID-19 health and safety measures are made for in-person workshops?

    Your health and safety is important to us. We ask all participants to remain at home and participate in a virtual workshop if they are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 or if they have come into contact with someone who has COVID-19. 

    How will information that I share inform the strategy?

    Sharing your knowledge and stories will help us understand Indigenous needs and priorities related to sport, physical activity, recreation and traditional practices. We believe the benefits of this strategy will be generational, building a future rooted in healthy bodies, minds and spirits.   

    We would like to hear about: 

    • What sport, physical activity, recreation and traditional practices mean to you

    • The types of sport, physical activity, recreation and traditional practices that are available and/or you would like to see

    • Learning from you about how programs related to sport, physical activity, recreation and traditional practices are delivered

    • What you feel are the barriers to participating in programs related to sport, physical activity, recreation and traditional practices

    • Research and data needs related to outcomes and indigenous participation in sport, physical activity, recreation and traditional practices

    • What resources are required to implement a National Strategy